Eileen McCartin PH.D
“We applaud Jeremy Smith for his exceptional advocacy and positiveattitude…..he creates opportunities for people with and without disabilitiesto enjoy life."
Dr. Penni Sweetenburg-Lee
“His advocacy for people with disabilities has gained him tremendous respect and support from legislators, state agency leaders and disability partners throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.”
Pamela Gannon
“Jeremy uses humor and creativity as he shares information about his life and access to all activities of daily living.”
Pearl Johnson, M.A.
“He has consistently impressed me as a young man determined to overcome challenges and barriers……….His perseverance and resilience inspire others.”
@beachloveratheart
“You are an inspiration to many! Keep spreading hope to the DeafPlus Community!"
Aishah.mnasar
“I have a DeafPlus child, and your videos give me hope!”
Ethan Smith
"Working with DeafPlus on several projects, I've seen firsthand how their advocacy transforms public spaces into more inclusive environments. Their work is truly inspiring."
Karen Patel
"DeafPlus has been a crucial partner in providing support and resources for my clients. Their dedication to the DeafPlus community is unmatched."
Emma Thompson
"As a DeafPlus individual, the stories shared by DeafPlus have motivated me to advocate for myself and others in my university. They've truly changed my life."
Javier Hernandez
"Collaborating with DeafPlus allowed us to accurately portray DeafPlus individuals in our documentary. Their insights were invaluable in shaping our narrative."
Brian O'Neal
"DeafPlus's consultation helped our startup create products that are truly accessible, setting a new standard in our industry for inclusivity."
Sophia Martinez
"Volunteering with DeafPlus has been an eye-opening experience. It's amazing to see the direct impact of our work on individuals and the broader community."
Darren Marquardt
Jeremy Smith is a trailblazer. As a DeafPlus advocate and NVRCBoard member, he brings a bold voice, fresh perspective, and unstoppable drive to everything he touches. His storytelling—especially through video—has energized our outreach and helped us connect with younger and more diverse audiences. DeafPlusAdvocate.com is a natural extension of his vision, and I have no doubt it will become a go-to hub for advocacy, empowerment, and community.”
Lori Day
Resilience Center
The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Child Resilience Center at
Gallaudet University - DeafPlus Advocate's participation
on our community advisory board has brought invaluable perspective and insight through a DeafPlus lens and has enhanced the accessibility and usability of our mental health resources. He serves as a vital bridge to our diverse community, facilitating the dissemination of our resources and research. We are fortunate to collaborate with someone who shares our deep commitment to building a more inclusive community.
Patrick McMullen
Inclusify Studios clients have been very pleased with their social media collaborations with DeafPlus Advocate. Their content is entertaining, engaging and on point. We look forward to continuing our relationship with DeafPlus Advocate.
Devon Palermo
Our collaboration with DeafPlus Advocate has been a resounding success, resulting in some of our most viewed videos and attracting new clients to our adaptive gym. We’re thrilled to have formed such a strong partnership that not only raises awareness for adaptive fitness, but also creates a more inclusive and diverse fitness community. We look forward to continuing our work together and finding new ways to inspire and empower individuals of all abilities.
Joey Seifner
At Veditz and Company Brewing Co, we believe in more than great
beer—we believe in a stronger, more connected Deaf and Disabled
community. That’s why we proudly support DeafPlusAdvocate. Their
work empowering Deaf and DeafPlus individuals through access,
education, and real-life support is essential. When you support us, you’re
also helping us support them. Together, we’re building a community
where everyone belongs.
Diane E. Bernier
We were thrilled to meet DeafPlusAdvocate-a passionate voice inthe community and a true champion for accessibility and inclusion. It was a meaningful exchange of stories, advocacy, anda shared mission to empower those we serve.
Brice L. Christianson
Professional Sports ASL Interpreter
2024 Stuart Scott ENSPIRE Award Winner
It has truly been an honor to collaborate with Jeremy Smith fromDeafPlusAdvocate on several projects, such as the Stanley CupFinal, the ESPY Sport Humanitarian Awards, and most recently, the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series. These initiatives are designed to elevate the Deaf and hard of hearing community through the profound ripple effect of professional sports. I look forward to supporting DeafPlusAdvocate's continued commitment to inspire, educate, and bring about change through their influential platform.
